Cumnock bank: Former RBS building for sale by council

After lying empty for a number of years, the future of the building was recently discussed during a meeting of East Ayrshire Council's cabinet.

As part of the discussion, it was pointed out that the council had hoped that the building would be occupied by now, had it not been for issues brought on by the pandemic.

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It was then decided that the building would be put on the market in its current condition, to see what kid of interest it attracts.

The property, on Glaisnock Street, has been listed with a valuation in excess of £75,000.

A closing date has been set for 12pm on Thursday, June 29 for any interested parties to make their move.

Money was ploughed into the building to fix the deteriorating roof, as council bosses were keen to avoid any further expenditure on the property before attempting to sell it.

A council report attached with the sale of the building says that "the ground floor accommodation comprises a large open plan area, with a number of separate rooms, as well as toilets."

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Speaking at a cabinet meeting last month, Councillor Jim McMahon said: "We’ve spent a considerable amount of money already on the roof.

"I think it’s important to note that for the RBS building, the spend on that was essential for the preservation of that building for that particular time.

“The expectation was that we were going to have occupants in there by now. Obviously, due to covid and the way covid has impacted on the way we work, that’s kind of fell through as well, so that’s the main reason that would be going to market."

For further information contact the Council’s Planning Service on 01563 576790 or e-mail: submittoplanning@east-ayrshire.gov.uk